About Koser Jewelers Estate
Estate Jewelry
Estate jewelry refers to jewelry that has been previously owned. It may have been purchased during an estate sale, but that is not always (or usually) the case. Estate jewelry can also refer to jewelry that was sold by the owner.
Most people assume that estate jewelry is old. However, estate jewelry can be new or old. When people use the term “estate” to refer to jewelry that is old, they probably mean “vintage” or “antique.” It is possible that a piece of estate jewelry is also antique or vintage.
Antique Jewelry
Antique jewelry is any piece of jewelry that is over 100 years old. Antique jewelry is often very valuable and made with high-quality materials and craftsmanship. These items usually have a strong history attached to them, so they are treasured by collectors.Sometimes you'll hear a piece called "antique-style" or "vintage-style." These terms typically mean that the pieces are inspired by jewelry from those time periods.
Vintage Jewelry
Vintage generally refers to jewelry that is between 50 and 100 years old, although opinions vary on the exact range. Today’s vintage jewelry is from several different eras, including the Retro Modern Era (1945-1960), the '60s (which included jewelry inspired by Jacqueline Kennedy), and even the ’80s. Since the only difference between vintage and antique jewelry is age, all antique jewelry was once considered “vintage,” and all “vintage” jewelry will someday be considered antique.
Estate Jewelry at Koser Jewelers
At Koser Jewelers, we have a showcase dedicated solely to estate jewelry. Both antique and vintage pieces are sometimes included in this case. However, we don’t always know the history behind the items. The best part of shopping the estate case at Koser is that you never know what you will find! We usually have a wide variety of items, including engagement rings and other diamond jewelry, watches, gemstone jewelry, and sometimes even cameos or brooches!
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Consign Your Jewelry at Koser Jewelers
Ready to find a new home for your cherished jewelry? At Koser Jewelers, our consignment program offers a trusted way to showcase your piece to potential buyers. We care for your item for a minimum of 6 months, highlighting it in our dedicated estate case to ensure it catches the eye of jewelry enthusiasts.
• You still own the piece — we’re simply selling it on your behalf.
• Competitive split — please call for more information.
• Professional presentation — we handle all the details, from display to promotion.
Contact us today to learn more about how we can help your jewelry find its next chapter!